A+ Scholarship Program Changes Heads To Governor Jay Nixon

JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. (AP) — A measure that would block immigrants who are illegally in the U.S. from receiving money under Missouri's A+ scholarship program is headed to Gov. Jay Nixon's desk. Supporters say the bill is meant to limit the number of people receiving scholarships in order to preserve them for Missouri residents. Democratic opponents and advocates for immigrants say it would cause financial hardship for hardworking students seeking to get a college education and contribute to society.